Clopixol Tablets 2 mg and 10 mg FC tablets

Indication

Treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

Dosage (summary)

Initial dose of 10 mg to 20 mg daily, adjusted based on clinical response; maximum dose should not exceed 40 mg daily.

Onset of Action / Duration

Effects may be observed within a few days, but full therapeutic effects may take several weeks.

Special Populations

• Elderly patients
• Patients with hepatic impairment
• Patients with renal impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Caution is advised when administering to nursing mothers.

Key Drug Interactions

• CNS depressants may enhance sedative effects.
• Antihypertensive agents may have additive effects.
• Other antipsychotics may increase the risk of side effects.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to zuclopenthixol or any of the excipients.
• Severe central nervous system depression.
• Comatose states.

Common side effects

• Sedation
• Extrapyramidal symptoms
• Weight gain
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Dizziness

Counselling Points

• Advise patients to take the medication as prescribed and not to discontinue abruptly.
• Inform patients about the potential for sedation and to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until they know how the medication affects them.
• Encourage patients to report any unusual movements or symptoms of tardive dyskinesia.